Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2022 - EDUC 469 E100

Music Education as Thinking in Sound (4)

Class Number: 3638

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 10 – Apr 11, 2022: Tue, 4:30–8:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 23, 2022
    Sat, 7:00–10:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    60 units.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Understanding the language of music, both historical and contemporary, and use of electronic and acoustic instruments in the general music classroom.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course is designed for all students who are interested in the aesthetics of music. It is NOT a performance course. As such, it is intended for any student who has a general or specific interest in the arts. In no way is it required or necessary to be able to read musical notation. The course is based on readings and videos that conceptualize the history and philosophy of musical aesthetics and education. As well, students will have the opportunity to view and listen to music in various social, historical and world contexts.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

Reading, listening and viewing activities should develop an awareness of the aesthetic complexity of sound and its implications for music and aesthetic education.

Grading

  • One presentation 25%
  • 3 group presentations based on videos presented by the professor in class 30%
  • Test based on music downloads 15%
  • Take-Home Exam 30%

NOTES:

Take Home Exam will be sent by regular email to all students on 2021/4/14, around 12pm local time. Students will return their exam by regular email with a WORD attachment on April 21, 2021 and no later than 11:59pm on that day.

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

MUSIC DOWNLOADS AVAILABLE ON ITUNES:

 

To prevent illegal duplication and contravention of copyright law and intellectual property rights, each student will present his/her receipt to the instructor BY EMAIL ATTACHMENT for verification only. The student will keep his/her receipt after verification. Students who prefer CD’s of these recordings may notify the instructor for further instructions.

REQUIRED READING:

Senyshyn, Yaroslav. The Artist In Crisis: Kierkegaard’s Philosophy Of The Aesthetic Stage of Existence And Live Musical Performance, Vancouver: Platon Promotions Publishing, 2010.

OR

https://www.lulu.com/shop/search.ep?keyWords=Yaroslav+senyshyn&type=
ISBN: 9780557523443

Additional readings will be provided by instructor if necessary.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

TEACHING AT SFU IN SPRING 2022

Teaching at SFU in spring 2022 will involve primarily in-person instruction, with safety plans in place.  Some courses will still be offered through remote methods, and if so, this will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes.  You will also know at enrollment whether remote course components will be “live” (synchronous) or at your own pace (asynchronous).

Enrolling in a course acknowledges that you are able to attend in whatever format is required.  You should not enroll in a course that is in-person if you are not able to return to campus, and should be aware that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the spring 2022 term.